execute_update

执行SQL更新语句(INSERT、UPDATE、DELETE)

Server SQLite MCP Server rikxed/sqlite-mcp
Category Destructive
Risk class Critical
Parameters 00 required

What execute_update does on SQLite MCP Server

AI agents call execute_update to permanently remove resources in SQLite MCP Server — typically in cleanup and lifecycle workflows. It does its job in a single call, and there is no undo.

Why execute_update needs a policy

This tool executes arbitrary SQL DML statements including DELETE, which can irreversibly destroy data. Since it permits DELETE (and potentially DROP if not restricted), it falls under Destructive. The blast radius is critical because a malicious or erroneous query could wipe entire tables or databases with no built-in undo mechanism.

From the tool's definition 执行SQL更新语句(INSERT、UPDATE、DELETE)— explicitly includes DELETE operations

Questions about execute_update

What does the execute_update tool do? +

执行SQL更新语句(INSERT、UPDATE、DELETE). It is categorised as a Destructive tool in the SQLite MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can permanently delete or destroy data. Block by default and require explicit approval.

How do I enforce a policy on execute_update? +

Register the SQLite MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for execute_update: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches SQLite MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is execute_update? +

execute_update is a Destructive tool with critical risk. Critical-risk tools should be blocked by default and only enabled with explicit human approval.

Can I rate-limit execute_update? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the execute_update rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block execute_update completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for execute_update. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides execute_update? +

execute_update is provided by the SQLite MCP Server MCP server (rikxed/sqlite-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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